Senior Manager, Author & Licensing Relations

Thomson Reuters

Base: $100,100 usd - $185,900 usd; bonus: eligible...
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Contract drafting and negotiation expertise
Intellectual property rights management
Royalty and estate management experience
** Thomson Reuters is seeking a Senior Manager for Author & Licensing Relations to oversee contract negotiations and manage a team responsible for author relations and compliance. The role requires a JD and significant experience in product/content management, focusing on contractual issues and stakeholder relationships. **

Job Summary

  • This role drives the strategy, negotiation, and documentation of all contractual relationships with outside creators and content owners.
  • The position requires managing a team of contracting professionals while serving as a liaison between editorial teams and legal/compliance departments.
  • Candidates must possess a JD and licensed attorney status to handle complex litigation matters and intellectual property issues effectively.

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** Thomson Reuters is seeking a Senior Manager for Author & Licensing Relations to oversee contract negotiations and manage a team responsible for author relations and compliance. The role requires a JD and significant experience in product/content management, focusing on contractual issues and stakeholder relationships. **

Salary

Base: $100,100 USD - $185,900 USD; Bonus: Eligible for Annual Bonus based on performance; Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401k match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Contract drafting and negotiation expertise
  • Intellectual property rights management
  • Royalty and estate management experience
  • Editorial and content domain knowledge
  • Cross-functional stakeholder relationship management

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with SOX compliance and risk management
  • Ability to influence senior management
  • Knowledge of global contract templates
  • Financial reporting and analytics proficiency

Key Requirements

  • JD Required
  • Licensed attorney status preferred
  • 5+ years Product/Editorial/Content management experience
  • People management experience required
  • Experience with contractual issues, drafting, and negotiation

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